Backpacker Magazine Ranks UW #3 Best College For Hikers

The University of Wyoming has proudly posted some good news on their website.

“Backpacker magazine has ranked the University of Wyoming Number 3 in a list of the nation’s best colleges for hikers and other outdoors enthusiasts.

In its October 2016 issue, the magazine lauds UW’s proximity to mountains, trails, rivers and other recreational opportunities; its culture, evaluated by the number of outdoor clubs and participation; and the quality and diversity of academic offerings for outdoors-related careers.

UW ranks behind only the University of Alaska-Fairbanks and Northland College in Ashland, Wis., in Backpacker’s “Adventure U” list of 20.